She Left She Thrived She’s Worth Billions novel Chapter 620

Melanie knew Preston had a tendency to overthink things, and she worried that bringing up Everett would only send him spiraling into paranoia.

"By the way, what did you have for dinner?"

"Ordered takeout... a cheeseburger and a cherry soda."

"You really love that combo, don't you?"

Melanie smiled.

She really did.

"How was it?"

"Average... I still prefer when you cook for me."

Hearing the profound longing threaded through Preston's words, Melanie felt a warm rush in her chest. She couldn't wipe the smile off her face.

"I'm coming back tomorrow... How about I make you some spaghetti when I get back?"

"Sounds perfect."

As she continued her sweet banter with Preston, her peripheral vision inadvertently caught the thick stack of files on the table.

Stellaris PharmaTech had been involved in her mother's research project all those years ago.

A heavy lump formed in her throat.

"Preston..."

"Call me Honey."

Melanie froze.

His voice wasn't a strict command, but Melanie paused for a split second before playfully dialing up her sweetest tone:

"Honey..."

The line went completely dead silent.

Melanie tilted her head, pulling the phone away to check the screen.

"Did the call drop? Why can't I hear anything?"

Just as she muttered to herself, his voice returned.

"No..."

"Hm?"

"Your phone didn't break. I just stopped breathing."

"And why did you do that, Honey?"

Melanie teased him again, heavily emphasizing the pet name.

"Do you have any idea what you're doing to me? I'm not going to be able to sleep tonight."

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